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Golden brown breaded chicken cutlets on a wire rack with fresh lemon wedges and green basil leaves
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Italian Basil Chicken Cutlets

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally and pounded to 1/4 inch thickness
  • 1/2 cup all -purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs , beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 lemon , cut into wedges

Instructions

  • Prepare three shallow bowls: the first with flour, salt, and pepper; the second with beaten eggs; and the third with panko, Parmesan, minced basil, oregano, and garlic powder.
  • Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  • Submerge the floured cutlet into the egg wash until fully coated.
  • Press the cutlet firmly into the panko-basil mixture, ensuring an even coating on both sides.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the fat is shimmering and the butter has stopped foaming.
  • Place the cutlets in the skillet, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  • Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the breading is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
  • Transfer the cutlets to a wire rack to rest for 2 minutes to maintain crispness before serving with fresh lemon wedges.